Zach Pressnell

Zach Pressnell

Joined: Jan 2, 2026

Zach Pressnell has experience covering all major US sports at both the professional and collegiate levels. He’s produced content for FanSided, Blog Red Machine, The Game Haus, Bethany College Athletics and the Bethany College online newspaper. He graduated from Bethany College (WV) with a degree in Communications and Media Arts, specializing in Sports Journalism. Pressnell was also a four-year member of the baseball team where he earned himself All-PAC recognition as a pitcher (and a cool Tommy John surgery scar). Now, Pressnell specializes in NFL and MLB coverage for Sports Illustrated’s “On SI” network among others. For all business/marketing inquiries regarding Kansas City Royals On SI, please reach out to Scott Neville: scott@moreviewsmedia.com

Mar 27, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Cole Ragans (55) throws against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Mar 14, 2026; Houston, TX, United States; Italy right fielder Jac Caglianone (14) and center fielder Jakob Marsee (5) and outfielder Nick Morabito (7) celebrate after the game against Puerto Rico during a quarterfinal game of the 2026 World Baseball Classic at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Aug 13, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Luinder Avila (58) makes his MLB debut during the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Mar 16, 2026; Miami, FL, United States; Italy right fielder Jac Caglianone (14) runs off the field after the second inning against Venezuela during a semifinal game of the 2026 World Baseball Classic at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Apr 7, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New York Yankees baseball hats and gloves in the dugout out in the eighth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals could benefit from making a big move for a former top prospect from the New York Yankees...

Feb 20, 2026; Surprise, Arizona, USA; Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen (22) and right fielder Jac Caglianone (14) in the dugout prior to the game against the Texas Rangers at Surprise Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals could see a massive breakout year from catching prospect Carter Jensen this spring...

Mar 6, 2026; Miami, FL, United States; Venezuela pitcher Luinder Avila (58) hands the ball to manager Omar López (22) in the sixth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals have a lot to look forward to this year, but they have a very talented pitching prospect on the roster...

Sep 21, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro (33) stands on field against the Toronto Blue Jays during the national anthem prior to a game at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals have a lot of belief for one of their top draft picks from the 2024 MLB Draft...

Jul 30, 2021; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; A Kansas City Royals hat and glove in the dugout during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals may have a hidden gem quickly emerging in their farm system ahead of opening day...

Mar 11, 2026; Houston, TX, United States; Italy first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (9) reacts after hitting a home run against Italy in the sixth inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino put his power on display in the World Baseball Classic...

Sep 19, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals left fielder Lars Nootbaar (21) hits a one run single against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals could look to make another trade to bolster their roster again this offseason...

Jul 30, 2021; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; A Kansas City Royals hat and glove in the dugout during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals could land a superstar prospect with the No. 6 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft...

May 18, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals center fielder Dairon Blanco (44) reacts after hitting an RBI double in the fourth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Royals recently lost an outfielder who's been in the organization since before the Covid-19 pandemic...

Sep 20, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Noah Cameron (65) looks for the sign during the fourth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Royals should be willing to cut ties with a few young players to land All-Star CJ Abrams...

Sep 28, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen (22) celebrates in the dugout with teammates after hitting a solo home run against the Athletics during the seventh inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Royals have a lot to be excited about with catching prospect Carter Jensen this year...

Sep 20, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets designated hitter Starling Marte (6) is greeted in the dugout after scoring in the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Royals recently took a flier on New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte ahead of opening day...